Amelia Island Psychology

10/31/2022

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Retirement planning isn't just about money . Sure, you want to spend time making sure you have the means to take care of yourself and your loved ones through retirement, but some considerations require much more than a calculator. Think about this: you're retired. You have money in the bank,

10/30/2022

https://www.ameliaislandpsychology.net/blog/2022/10/27/5-anxiety-killing-techniques-designed-to-stop-overthinking-your-work

The day has barely begun, but you're already stressing about your day at work. The task in front of you seems insurmountable, and you're just trying to figure out how to get through the day. Why is it that, even in a job you might love, sometimes you get so overwhelmed? Most of the time, you'll f

01/04/2022

11/29/2021

Stress is often caused by overthinking what we cannot control.

Remind yourself to be present in the moment and to let go of what you cannot control or change.

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11/27/2021

Here are some breathing excercises that you can be adding to your daily routine to help combat anxiety.

Try these basic exercises anytime you need to relax or relieve stress. Sit or lie flat in a comfortable position. Put one hand on your belly just below your ribs and the other hand on your chest. Take a deep breath in through your nose, and let your belly push your hand out.

Breathe out through pursed lips as if you were whistling. Feel the hand on your belly go in, and use it to push all the air out. Do this breathing 3 to 10 times. Take your time with each breath.

Notice how you feel at the end of the exercise.

11/25/2021

The holidays are generally a joyful time filled with gatherings with family, friends, and travel. However, what also can come up during this time is stress and overwhelm.

Here are 5 ways to practice self care during the holidays:

The holidays are generally a joyful time filled with gatherings with family, friends, and travel. However, what also can come up during this time is stress and overwhelm. You may be feeling lonely due to going through a recent divorce, or you may feel badly that you weren’t invited to a Christmas

11/24/2021

Happy Thanksgiving everyone! 🦃🍂

The holidays are a joyful time filled with gatherings with family and friends and travel. What also can come with all this joy can be stress.

Swipe for some tips for dealing with stress during the Thanksgiving holiday.

11/22/2021

Always remember that it will get better, no matter what you may be currently going through. One day this will just be a memory...

11/19/2021

Stop for a minute. Slow your scrolling and take a moment to just breathe.

Enjoy a moment of peace on your Friday.

11/17/2021

"Stay afraid, but do it anyway. What's important is the action. You dont't have to wait to be confident. Just do it and eventually the confidence will follow." -Carrie Fisher

As difficult as it may be, the first step is simply starting.

11/15/2021

“In times of life crisis, whether wildfires or smoldering stress, the first thing I do is go back to basics.

Am I eating right, am I getting enough sleep, am I getting some physical and mental exercise every day?”

Bring it back to basics.

11/12/2021

Repeat these to yourself daily:

Every day is a fresh start.
I will focus on what I can control.
I can overcome any challenge I face.
My dreams are possible